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Petko Petkov (1946–2020) — Bulgarian footballer and manager

Forward and coach Petko Petkov was Beroe Stara Zagora's top‑league record scorer (144 goals), earned 33 caps for Bulgaria, played abroad with Austria Wien, and later worked in club management.

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Petko Petkov ( Bulgarian: Петко Петков; 3 August 1946 – 10 January 2020) was a professional football forward and later a manager. He is best known for his goal‑scoring exploits with Beroe Stara Zagora, where he became a celebrated figure in Bulgarian club football.

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Club career and achievements

Petkov spent the bulk of his playing career at Beroe Stara Zagora and is recorded as the club's top scorer in the Bulgarian top division, having scored 144 goals in 260 matches at that level. He also had a spell abroad with Austria Wien, among appearances for other teams in domestic competitions. His role on the pitch was primarily as a centre forward where he combined positional awareness with a consistent scoring touch.

International career

At international level Petkov represented the Bulgaria national team, earning 33 caps and scoring five goals. He was part of the national setup during a period when Bulgaria competed in a range of friendly matches and qualifying campaigns, contributing as a dependable attacking option for his country.

Playing style and records

Peers and observers described Petkov as a traditional striker: strong in the box, adept at finishing and effective in link‑up play. His scoring record for Beroe has made him a lasting reference point for the club's history and a benchmark for subsequent generations of forwards at the club.

Managerial work and later life

After retiring as a player, Petkov moved into coaching and management, working at the club level in Bulgaria. He remained connected to the football community in Stara Zagora and his experience as a former top scorer informed his approach to coaching young attackers and supporting local football development.

Legacy

Petko Petkov died in Stara Zagora on 10 January 2020 at the age of 73. He is remembered as one of Beroe's most important players and a notable figure in Bulgarian football history. His club scoring record and long association with Beroe continue to be cited when discussing the club's most influential players.

  • Full name: Petko Petkov (Bulgarian: Петко Петков)
  • Born: 3 August 1946, Sinitevo, Bulgaria
  • Clubs: Beroe Stara Zagora, Austria Wien, others
  • Top‑league goals for Beroe: 144 in 260 matches
  • International: 33 caps, 5 goals for Bulgaria

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